Head of Transport, Dangote Cement PLC, Mr. Murilo Silva By Shafiu Saleh, Yola Dangote Cement Transport has scaled up a series of...
By Shafiu Saleh, Yola
Dangote Cement Transport has scaled up a series of impactful, technology-driven programmes aimed at improving operational performance, governance, compliance, and road safety.
A statement issued by the company's Branding and Communications Department said the enhanced initiatives cover key operational areas, including performance monitoring, strengthened governance standards, and improved accountability frameworks.
According to the statement, the programmes also include comprehensive driver training and competency development, technology-enabled safety systems, journey management protocols, and regular driver recertification processes.
Other components include mandatory drug and alcohol screening, strategic partnerships and collaborations, as well as environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments, sustainability initiatives, and community impact programmes.
The statement, signed by the company's spokesman, Anthony Chiejina, recalled that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) recently commended Dangote Cement for its proactive safety programmes, which have contributed to reducing road traffic crashes across the country.
The Head of Transport at Dangote Cement Plc, Mr. Murilo Silva, was quoted as saying that the company has upgraded its transport management systems through the deployment of automated inspection technologies and artificial intelligence-driven solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency and road safety.
Mr. Silva disclosed that the company has deployed enhanced GPS and telematics systems for real-time monitoring of driver behaviour during transit, thereby strengthening oversight and operational safety across its fleet.
He added that, in a bid to combat driver fatigue, the company has intensified its wellness campaigns and engaged stakeholders, including third-party truck operators and drivers, through a series of forums aimed at reinforcing road safety awareness, compliance, and responsibility.
Mr. Silva noted that the company's collaboration with the FRSC is already yielding positive results, adding that the partnership has continued to strengthen safety standards across its transport operations.
He further stated that FRSC officials are actively involved in the training and screening of drivers at the Dangote Articulated Vehicle Driving School in Obajana, where they provide technical guidance, ensure compliance with best practices, and support the development of highly competent and safety-conscious drivers.
According to him, the percentage of drivers undergoing structured training, drug and alcohol testing, and periodic recertification has increased significantly, describing the growth as "astronomical."
Mr. Silva revealed that between the first quarters of 2025 and 2026, Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana, recorded remarkable improvements in safety compliance measures. Drug and alcohol testing increased by 245.2 per cent, pre-trip vehicle inspections rose by 489.1 per cent, while driver training programmes expanded by 128.4 per cent.
The Corps Marshal of the FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, commended Dangote Cement for setting new standards in road safety management and urged the company to sustain the reforms that have continued to improve safety across Nigeria's transport sector.
According to the Corps Marshal, comparative data between 2025 and 2026 showed that road crashes involving Dangote Cement trucks declined by 56 per cent, while fatalities reduced by 36 per cent and injuries dropped by 52 per cent.
He said the improvement demonstrates the company's commitment to implementing recommendations from its gap analysis and adhering to safety policies that should serve as a model for logistics companies across Africa.
"We have always said that if Dangote Cement gets it right, Nigeria and Africa will get it right. This is a plus for Nigeria," he said.
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